Horse Health Matters®
Should colt starting be a competitive event? - EquiMed Asks
by Mark Sellers
April 4, 2017 18:09
We recently asked our Facebook visitors, "Should colt starting be a competitive event?" Based on this informal survey, the answer is a clear No …
Horse Thoughts For the New Horse Owner: Part Two of Two
by Miriam Rieck
April 23, 2017 16:29
Thinking about getting a horse. Author Miriam Reich continues her sage advice based on her experiences and what she learned …
Facing Reality After Your Horse's Death
by Deb M. Eldredge, DVM
April 24, 2017 10:13
Read this thoughtful article by a veterinarian who has had years of personal experience caring for horses and other animals to learn how to deal with the …
How to Pull a Shoe (In an Emergency …
by Flossie Sellers
April 30, 2017 15:37
Learn about emergency situations when you might need to pull a shoe, the tools necessary, and the 10 steps you should take to remove a horse shoe safely …
Tip of the Day
When a horse suffers from a choke, it can breathe fine, it just can't swallow. Avoid choke - don't feed whole fruits, large hay cubes, and avoid grain if your horse bolts it's food.
How Well Do You Know Your Hay …
by Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D.
May 4, 2017 16:32
Hay analysis gives you the starting point from which to evaluate and balance your horse's diet, and if you purchase at least two or more months' worth of hay at …
Before You Breed Your Horse - Considerations and Concerns
by EquiMed Staff
May 7, 2017 12:18
There are good and bad reasons to breed your horse. EquiMed supports responsible breeding, but we hope to educate breeders to make wise decisions that will …
Dealing with Head-shy or Ear-shy Horses
by Heather Smith Thomas
January 9, 2019 18:01
Horses are not born head-shy or ear shy. Regardless of the cause, a head shy horse can be retrained to accept everyday contact for bridling and grooming …
Between Farrier Visits – Your Role in the Hoof-Care Team
by Heather Smith Thomas
April 27, 2020 18:38
Regular grooming is good for your horse's hair coat, and regular hoof care is good for his feet …
Essentials
Meeting the Horse's Basic Dietary Needs
by EquiMed Staff
May 3, 2017 11:17
Horses require basic nutrition elements in proper proportions and amounts. This article discuss the equine's basic dietary needs, giving you the information you …
Horse Parasite Control Guidelines
by EquiMed Staff
November 8, 2018 11:24
Read about the many types of parasites that can affect your horse and learn how using the three "arms" of strategic deworming can be an answer to your parasite …
Horse Vaccination Guidelines
by EquiMed Staff
April 21, 2017 10:34
An effective equine vaccination program always begins with a discussion with your veterinarian and why the risk factors in your particular area of the country …
Do's and Don'ts of Horse First Aid
by EquiMed Staff
April 10, 2017 10:26
Minor injuries and illnesses in horses can turn into costly or catastrophic situations if not recognized and treated promptly. Read to learn the 5 principles of …
Word of the Day
Bars
Area of gum between the teeth where the bit is positioned.
Want a Healthy Horse? Look to the Way Horses Live in the Wild …
by EquiMed Staff
April 25, 2017 13:06
Over the years, researchers have thoroughly investigated the evolution of horses and determined that the way horses live in the wild can serve as a guide for …
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Even an E-type Jaguar looks merely flash beside a really smart pony and trap.
Marion C. Garretty